China's internet is filled with well-wishes for earthquake-stricken Taiwan — and veiled references that the PLA can help

• Taiwan's 7.2-magnitude earthquake has drawn seemingly friendly messages on China's social media.
• The well-wishes are a striking departure from the usual hostile rhetoric toward Taiwan.
• But they're also indicative of China's ambitions for Taiwan, and what Chinese people think of the island.

A 7.2-magnitude earthquake that hit Taiwan on Wednesday morning prompted a wave of concerned messages on mainland China's social media, diverting from the usual hostile rhetoric toward the self-governed island.